Examples Flashcards
Give 5 examples of communication devices.
Bluetooth Devices
Network card
Email
Smartphone
Wifi Devices
What is hardware?
These are the physical visual components of a computer. You are able to view as-well as touch these components.
What does the term process mean?
To perform actions that changes data into information.
What is software?
This is a set of instructions that tells the computer and its components what to do.
What is a program?
This is a set of instructions that a computer can run.
What are icons?
Icons are small pictures on the desktop that launch programmes or open files when you double click them.
What is the pull down menu?
This is a list of instructions, especially on a computer screen, that is hidden until you open it.
State a function of the pull down menu.
Allows the user to choose one value from a list.
What is the other name for pull down menu?
A drop down list.
What is hardware theft?
This term refers to stealing computers, computer components and other devices.
Mention 3 consequences of hardware theft.
Loss of financial works. Loss of logical access keys. Industrial espionage.
What is identity theft?
The fraudulent practice of using another persons personal information to obtain credit, loans etc.
What are repetive strain injuries?
These are injuries caused when working with the computer.
State 2 ways in which you can avoid hardware theft.
Installation of alarm systems
Physical access control
What is spyware?
This is any software that installs itself on your computer and begins monitoring your online behavior without your permission or knowledge.
Give 3 examples of spyware.
Coolwebsearch (CWS)
Advanced keylogger
Huntbar.
What is processing?
This is converting data into information.
Examples of processing devices?
CPU(also known as a processor or Microprocessor.)
Motherboard
GPU( graphics processing unit.)
What is the speed of the CPU measured in?
Hertz
Functions of a CPU include
Fetch instructions
Decode instru
Execute instructions
Store instructions
Mention 3 types of printers.
Dot. Matrix printers
Impact printers
Non impact printers
State 5 advantages of computers
Accuracy
Speed
Reliability
Consistency
Multiple usage
State 5 disadvantages of a computer
Health risks
Violation of privacy (identity theft.)
Computer addiction
Bad posture
Eye strain
What is storage media?
Storage media are items that hold the data.
